Special Education Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional

Performs basic human support work assisting classroom teachers by working with individual students or small groups, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the close supervision of the Teacher and Principal.

Assists classroom teachers within the classroom in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks. Maintains various records and files to meet each student's required accommodations. Works with individuals or small groups to reinforce material already introduced by the teacher. Assists with a variety of assignments and tasks associated with the needs of students. May be assigned to assist in special areas such as reading, mathematics, computer lab, library, in-school suspension, etc.

Assists teachers with collection of student work and other tasks, enforces discipline and safety rules. Notifies respective teachers in writing the dates of when a student has been assigned to in-school suspension; collects completed work and returns it to the respective teachers' box. Performs a variety of office and clerical assistance tasks for classroom teacher and school office staff; makes copies of various materials.

Assists with large group activities. Guides independent students and other work assigned by the teacher. Reports student problems to teachers and assists with student problems. Assists with the sale of supplies and collection of monies. Performs cafeteria, hall and/or bus duties; helps supervise playground and physical education activities. Assists with lunch, snack, clean-up, bathroom, clothing and wash-up routines and arrival and departure of students.

Escorts students to classes; assists students during meals. May perform the duties of a General Education or Special Education Paraprofessional and/or Clinic Aide/Paraprofessional as qualified and assigned. Performs related duties as required and/or as assigned.

General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching; ability to maintain confidential files and information and compile reports; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to operate standard office equipment; skill in the use of personal computers and related software packages, hardware and peripherals; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and parents.

High school diploma or GED and moderate experience providing office support or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of an appropriate driver's license, certificates(s) and/or endorsements(s) (such as Highly Qualified status) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia or School Board. Highly Qualified status is required for elementary positions and strongly preferred for secondary positions.